BookShop West Portal

Independent bookstore with great customer service and books not found in other stores. If you want a book that is not in stock someone will fulfill it with enthusiasm. There is a nice variety of games to bring to yourself! 60 next family gathering or party.

Friendly staff. I was able to find the book I was looking for right away.

Great store for readers and for gift giving alike! Friendly staff! I enjoy talking to the booksellers and getting their opinions on books I am thinking of purchasing.

What a great bookshop!Something for everyone,books,magazines,little cute gift type things,a nice kids section and a good craft section with all kinds of kits,for kids&adults.I went in looking for a special sticker book and they had it,more expensive than Amazon but its worth spending a few extra bucks to support a local small business.Definitely a place to spend some time in!Also the staff was just right-not hovering but there when you need them.

This lovely independent bookstore is a gem. It has a great selection and knowledgeable, friendly staff. You can even order books on their website and pick up in the store if you want to support local bookstores! My orders usually arrive within a day or two so this is a great option.

Great little shop with a wide variety!

Despite it being during a pandemic, I was very appreciative of how the store is dealing with the Social Distancing situation. I found every staff member who I interacted with, very warm and happy to help.

I chose to not offer my earnings to the monopolistic giant, and instead to help a local store, albeit minimally. Even though they didn't have the 2 books that I was looking for in-stock, they were able to accommodate me within 2 days. That's about equal to what the "said giant" would offer. Except, better, because it's a much more human experience.

My only regret was not being able to spend time inside the store, in order to peruse and chat longer with a particular worker. Overall, a very pleasant experience. I'm grateful to have come across this gem.

Staff is super helpful and friendly and they really do know their stuff! If you need a recommendation, ask anyone and they can assist. The store is super clean and cute and has a great inventory. My favorite bookstore in west SF!

Great talk with Alka Joshi last night! Lots of great events this month...2 poetry readings week of the 10th and Independent Bookstore Day on the 29th...with llamas!

Always very helpful with their selection!

Loved this place! I hadn't been here in years. Sadly, a "certain online site" has distracted me from coming here. However, I needed a book for a birthday present within an hour and they had it.

I was reminded of how much I enjoyed bookstores, from the stationery, greeting cards to the lovely mugs. I was able to buy my birthday card here, too!

One other thing happened while I was at this store. A child was picking out a prize for reading a certain number of books. She was so excited about picking a prize. I loved seeing this joy.

That was one more reason to return to this great neighborhood bookstore.

Really lovely local book store with new releases, staff picks and a rich young readers (kids, middle readers and young adult) section

Knowledgeable staff, welcoming store, and I got tips on books for myself from another patron and for my son from a staff member. Highly recommend!

I love this bookstore! It has the perfect balance of personality, charm and literary love. I have picked up a few gifts for people and they always land well. I always come back to see what's new.

Guest speaker night when I was there. Helpful staff. It was as if they enjoyed working there. I've been buying books here for years. Good selection and always a delight to browse.

I buy books and gifts here all the time. Great local shop. Clean and cheerful.

I only buy books at independent bookstores and when I'm home in San Francisco I buy books at my favorite bookstore, Book Shop West Portal. The staff is so very friendly and helpful. If I want to order a book, they will gladly research it for me and place the order. It's a pleasure doing business with them.

They always have books for our son’s school reading & save our day all the time. Such a great neighborhood bookstore.

I love having a neighborhood book store! Susan runs a wonderful shop with great selection and excellent book recommendations all over the store. I could buy my books online but instead I come here for a great atmosphere and lovely staff

Surprisingly awesome selection of fine read, even for such picky readers like myself. Anything from professional books, travel guides and novels – they seem to have it all, in such small space. Great job guys!!!